Published in Scientific Papers. Series E. Land Reclamation, Earth Observation & Surveying, Environmental Engineering, Vol. XIII
Written by Krasya KOLCHEVA
In the context of the policy of securing and protecting water resources for growth and sustainable development, agriculture must, through adequate planning of land use, cultivated crops and water infrastructure and taking into account climate changes and the needs of ecosystems, have a responsible managing role. The changes in Bulgaria after 1989 have brought for agriculture many risks and challenges. Therefore, the present study aims at making a general overview of the state of irrigation in the region of Plovdiv, as an example of the Maritsa River watershed.in the period 2017-2021. On the basis of the obtained results, major problems and their possible solutions for agriculture and irrigation will be defined, such as recommendations for improving the agricultural policy and integrated water management in Bulgaria.
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